AUTOCARS GARAGE: October 2010

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Sunday, October 31, 2010

If you want a middle-of-the-road, middle-of-the-range hatchback, you buy a Volkswagen Golf, like hundreds of thousands of satisfied customers across Europe. The Italian company positioned the "" as the best-looking car in its class. The Fiat Bravo was available only as a five-door hatchback and came with the choice of petrol or diesel power. A ¬1.4-litre petrol engine, either with or without turbocharged forced induction, provided a choice of 90bhp, 120bhp or 150bhp, while the 1.9-litre diesel produced 120bhp or 150bhp.

The Fiat Bravo interior is one of its best features. Spend about £600 more and a second-hand Dynamic model adds alloy wheels, dual-sided climate control, cruise control and refrigerated storage under the front arm-rest. The Fiat Bravo falls short of being the class leader because of its lacklustre driving characteristics. Reliability and servicing

All Fiat Bravo require servicing once a year or every 18,000 miles, whichever is sooner — for cars registered after 2008 the mileage limit is 21,000 miles. Prices for tyres and brakes are on a par with rivals. A minor service costs £135-£165, a main one £410.
The Fiat Bravo is a car that was developed by Fiat between the years of 1995 to 2001 and this car will be launched in India in 2010. The design of the car was completed on a tight schedule and the company hopes to enjoy continued success with this car as with its other models.

Fiat Bravo Specification
The car is available in 2 engine options and these include 1910 cc, 4-cylinder diesel engine along with 1368cc, 4-cylinder petrol engine. The diesel engine can deliver power of 150 bhp at 4000 rpm along with peak torque of 305 Nm at 2000 rpm. The petrol engine can deliver power of 148 bhp at 5500 rpm.

The length of the car is 4336mm and its width is 1792mm while its height is 1498mm. The suspension system of the car is independent McPherson struts with coil springs. The car has a boot space of 365litres and also comes with 6 manual gears. The kerb weight of the car is 1275 kgs. The car has front disk and rear drum brake system. The fuel tank capacity of the car is 58 litres.

Fiat Bravo Interiors
The interior of the car is spacious and offers plenty of headroom in the cabin. The rear screen of the car is smaller and the large rear pillars may create problems like blind spots.

Fiat Bravo Safety features
The car has several safety features and these include six airbags, Isofix child seat points, electronic stability control and traction control. The car also has anti lock brake system along with electronic brake force distribution feature. The car also has fog lamp along with parking sensors.

Fiat Bravo Price and design variations
The price of the car is around Rs 21 lakhs. The car is available in three variations and these include Fiat Bravo SLE, Fiat Bravo SLX and Bravo Diesel.

Fiat Bravo Colors
The car is available in three colors and these include maranello red, provocative black and maserati blue.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Celta Tunado, rebaixado e com somzaço

Chevrolet Celta Tunado

Chevrolet Celta Tunado

Chevrolet Celta Tunado

Chevrolet Celta Tunado

Volkswagen to resurrect Lupo name-plate

Volkswagen’s new city car, internally known as ‘Up’, will be sold as the Lupo. The Lupo city-car will also be available as an Audi, Seat and Skoda, by 2015 as part of Volkswagens go-getting target to take global market leadership by 2018.

With the Brazilian-built Fox to be withdrawn, the newcomer will be the entry-level car in Volkswagens line-up when it reaches the UK in 2012. It will be manufactured in Slovakia and is the first model in an extended range of modern small cars, which Volkswagen officials call the New Small Family (NSF).

Initially created with a space-saving rear-engined/rear-wheel drive design, the new car has been comprehensively reworked during its three-year development procedure. Financial concerns have required the platform to be switched to front-engined, front-wheel drive that VW says will allow it to use existing engine and gearbox combinations without any major penalty in overall packaging.

The new Lupo will elongate to no longer than 3,445mm in length, 1,628mm in width and 1,495mm in height; approximately 525mm shorter, 54mm narrower but 33mm taller than the Polo 3dr.

In the VW line-up, the Lupo will be placed above cheap offerings like the Nissan Pixo, Suzuki Alto & KIA Picanto but beneath Polo in order to draw both first-time car buyers and those looking for a second car. The latest hint suggests that the entry-level Lupo will have a sticker price of £8,200 (€9,700) in the UK, thus competing directly with the Fiat 500, Citroën C1, Ford KA, Peugeot 107, Renault Twingo, and the Toyota Aygo.

Keeping with the newcomers ‘back to basics’ theme, the Lupo is intended to be sold with a restricted range of engines during the early sales stage. The Lupo will be released throughout Europe in Summer 2011 (as a 2012 MY) using two engines; a 65bhp naturally aspirated 1.0 litre 3 cylinder petrol engine and a 1.2 TDi CR 75bhp 4 cylinder engine, with the latter potentially offering in excess of 80mpg and emitting less than 80g/km in Bluemotion variant.

The 5dr Lupo will launch in Spring 2012, with an all-new 85bhp turbocharged 1.0 litre TSI 4 cylinder petrol engine. In the pipeline is an electric variant, dubbed E-Up that’s being built with Audi and is expected to reach European dealerships by Winter 2012, with U.S sales predicted in early 2013. A shooting-brake model, similar to that of the Up Lite concept is likely to be sold.

Friday, October 29, 2010

Nissan Recall

Nissan cars involved in a 2.14 million vehicle recall are spread throughout the US, Japan, Europe and Asia, and include the popular March and Micra models. The Nissan cars are being recalled over an ignition problem that may stall the engine.

Nissan Recall October 2010 Affects 2.14 Million Cars – There has been a lot of recalls happening lately in the automaker industry. After the recent October 2010 recall of Toyota affecting 1.66 million cars due to brake fluid leakage, Nissan was the latest automaker to issue a recall. The Nissan recall affects 2.14 million cars built in Japan, the United States, Canada, Britain, Spain, China and Taiwan between August 2003 and July 2006. The affected models’ list are Nissan March, Cube, Note, and Mycra including other Nissan luxury models such as Tilda sedan, Titan pickup, Infiniti QX56.

Novo peugeot 408 2011

Novo Peugeot 408

Em nota, a Peugeot informou que a criação do estilo do 408 específico para a América Latina e os estudos complementares relacionados ao produto e ao cliente foram realizados pela matriz da marca na França e e pelo São Paulo Tech Center, Centro de Tecnologia da empresa localizado em São Paulo.

A apresentação do novo 408 para a América Latina está confirmada para a 50ª edição do Salão de São Paulo, em outubro. Além de Brasil e Argentina, o novo 408 será comercializado em outros 25 países da América Latina a partir do ano que vem, mas a Pegueot ainda não divulgou preços.

New 2011 Toyota Highlander

There are 2WD and 4WD entry level models, plus the flagship 4WD Limited.

The 2011 Toyota Highlander is powered by a 3.5 litre dual VVT-i petrol engine with an electronically controlled automatic transmission. All models offer driver and passenger front, driver’s knee, front side and three-row curtain shield airbags. An Anti-lock System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA) is standard, as is steering assisted Vehicle Stability Control Plus (VSC ) and Traction Control (TRC).

Inside, the Limited has the added features of dual-zone climate controlled air conditioning, rear climate controlled air conditioning, power front seat adjustment, driver’s seat variable cushion length adjustment, front seat heaters, perforated leather seat trim, four-spoke leather steering wheel with air conditioning controls, leather gearshift lever, stainless steel Highlander scuff plates and a six-disc CD changer.

For 2011, 2011 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid get updated styling and performance upgrades – plus more competitive pricing. The 2011 Toyota Highlander MSRP starts at $31,500 – its lowest ever and a full $1,750 lower than the base price of the cheapest 2010 models. What's more, the 2011 models come equipped with even more standard features.

Toyota Canada also announced a new value option package for 2011 RAV4. The Touring Extra Value Package includes a power moonroof, unique wheels, an upgraded stereo with steering wheel-mounted audio controls, XM Satellite Radio capability and six-disc CD changer, upgraded cloth seats and more. The first new Lexus to hit Canadian dealerships will be the refreshed 2011 Lexus IS series.

Toyota Highlander utterly dominates its class and sport utility sales have defied market conditions by remaining buoyant - accounting for 20 percent of whole new vehicle market. How many times, Ford, do we have to say it: Diesel, diesel, diesel. Toyota product spokesman Neeraj Lala says there's still a core of customers who, having weighed up running costs and performance differences, still prefer petrol. Amazingly, you need tick the options list to buy what it really needs: Reversing sensors. Out on the road, there's little evidence of big change. Both cars I drove never beat 15L/100km.

Ride quality isn't bad, and the Toyota Australia-tuned suspension provides good control for a car so large, though the electronic driving aids quickly rein in any derring-do, as is the Toyota way.

2010 Porsche GT3 Turbo Sport Cars Advanced Concept

Who can make a Porsche 911 GT3 look even better than it already does? That’s easy: the German tuner 9ff. Their GTurbo program offers the possibility of extracting a total of 1000 HP from your GT3. That impressive amount of power was possible thanks to a Bi-Turbo conversion. However if 1000 HP is just to much for you, then you have other options to choose from: 9ff GTurbo750 – 750 HP, 9ff GTurbo850 – 850 HP, 9ff GTurbo1000 – 1000 HP.

The 9ff exterior kit includes: a front apron with built in LED indicators, lower side skirts and a redesigned rear apron, sport exhaust system and 19" alloy wheels in five double spoke design. With this many horses under the hood, the modified 911’s performance is more than impressive, going from 0 to 60 MPH in 3.0 seconds in the GTurbo850 and only 2.9 seconds in the GTurbo1000. The 9ff kit is good to accelerate from 0 to 300 km/h in 18.7 seconds and 16.5 seconds respectively while the top speed goes up to 243 MPH.

Auto makers show off electric cars and hybrids at 2010 Geneva International Motor Show

Online Cars Classifieds of Ford Cars

The auto manufacturer to offer tremendous growth in recent times. In this growing market, and even now, Ford is among the first three auto companies as far as sales are concerned. The automotive industry is investing heavily in India and has big plans to expand its base in the country. Have already been established and there are a lot of investment in strengthening capacities at the Chennai facility. In this article, let's, administrative and operational support to take a look at Ford, and administrative support and operational inventory of cars. Has been doing great Ford cars in India, information technology and administrative support and operational time we had a look at the automotive industry, a complete inventory of the administrative and operational support in the Indian car market.

Ford Endeavour:

With its looks and difficult transition, to fly four-wheel drive, and groups seeking the way to the fire. This is the performance of this car Ford macho. 3-liter turbo diesel engine of 154 horsepower and was mated to the engine exhaust Transmission: five-speed automatic. The car, and administrative and operational support to off-road dynamics are very impressive.

Ford Fiesta:

Spirited and quick to respond with the avant garde role of technology, and the Feast combines high stability with exceptional ease of driving. In India, this car is available with a choice of Ford's 1.6-liter petrol variants and diesel engines 1.4 liters. Manual five-speed transmission allows gear shifts and a clear and accurate. Compact luxury sedan from Ford, and stables and administrative support and operational comfortable interior and safety features also the highest. Acceleration and ride quality is satisfactory.

Ford Fusion:

This car Ford have the appearance of bold and practical. However, the automakers did not receive very many numbers of this model and it has been speculated that the car had to walk slowly out of the market. Ford claims that this car is smaller and lighter with the latest engine from the car maker. Sad but true, some time from now, we may not see this form, and a wide and stylish around.

Ford Icon:

Ford and the icon is the charm, which occupies Indian roads. Bumpers and sports, and finish a check and polished, roomy interior and smooth functioning just draw people toward it. DuraTorq TDCi engine capable of churning power of 67 bhp. Efficiency of the diesel engine delivers fuel mileage year 17,9 kmpl while the gasoline engine delivers fuel economy for the year 11,65 kmpl. Even after 4000 rpm, the car does not show any sign of vibration, but are those the company. The engine roars and cool for young drivers bold. This has been a Ford car competitive enough to other rivals in the same segment.

Ford Vigo:

Finally, we come to the most popular new car from Ford, and Vigo. This is the latest darling of the Indians. It is available in both petrol and diesel variants and was very reasonably priced. It could be all the quality, content and generous dimensions can be found in Vigo. They are very high safety with features such as access and benefit-sharing with the brakes and dual front air bags. It is worth mentioning that the Ford Vigo phone also comes with a Bluetooth interface. This was the car fully capable in capturing the Indian mind and grabbed quite a few high as far as sales are concerned. Although new, is already among the top-ten top-selling models in India.

So that, in administrative and operational support for Ford cars that are already in the car market of India. The Ford Focus, Ford Mondeo, Ford Fiesta hatchback is still prime minister in the country, and the ways in administrative and operational support.

2011 cadillac escalade review

The base Escalade comes standard with 18-inch wheels, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming exterior mirrors, a power liftgate, automatic xenon headlights, foglights and running boards. The Cadillac Escalade Luxury adds chromed 22-inch cast-aluminum wheels, automatic headlight high-beams, a blind-spot warning system, a suspension with an active damping system (optional on the base model), a sunroof, power-folding and tumbling second-row seats and a heated steering wheel.

The Cadillac Escalade Premium adds power-retractable running boards and a rear-seat DVD entertainment system with a single roof-mounted display (optional on Luxury). Rear-wheel drive is standard on the Cadillac Escalade, but all-wheel drive is optional.

The Cadillac Escalade features cylinder deactivation technology for improved fuel economy. Standard safety features on the Cadillac Escalade include stability control, antilock disc brakes, traction control, front side-impact airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera and OnStar emergency telematics. Adding the available second-row bench raises total seating capacity to eight. Fold those second-row seats down and the cargo capacity grows to an impressive 108.9 cubic feet.

The 2011 Cadillac Escalade ranks 2 out of 10 Luxury Large SUVs. The 2011 Cadillac Escalade is not for shrinking violets.

"There are luxury SUVs and then there's the 2011 Cadillac Escalade. The Escalade can seat up to eight people and comes in four models: the Escalade, Escalade ESV (an extended wheelbase version), the Escalade EXT (which trades the third row seat and enclosed cargo area for a short truck bed) and the Escalade Hybrid. We review the Escalade EXT and the Escalade Hybrid separately.

The 2010 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid combined luxurious and chic design with a superior 2-Mode power train for significant fuel savings, and early predictions have the 2011 exceeding the high standards its predecessor set.

The head turning vehicle is impeccably appointed, as well as an extremely smooth ride.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

2011 Simbol Design Sports Cars Lavazza GTX-R The New Super Sports Cars

Italian brands The Lavazza GT-R unveiled, Simbol Design has some pictures and specifications for the new super sports car. Simbol Design has created this impressive new V12 supercar producing 620 hp while weighing a mere 2380 lbs. This gives the car an exceptional power to weight ratio of 3.8 lb.

2011 Simbol Design Sports Cars Lavazza GTX-R The New Super Sports Cars

Simbol Design's Lavazza GTX-R body made of carbon-Kevlar built atop a tubular steel frame. And since German powerplants have emerged as the new crate engine of choice for niche manufacturers from Spyker and Wiesmann to Gumpert and Pagani, the Lavazza packs a BMW-sourced 5.4-liter V12, picking up Lamborghini's tractor-origins mantle with an electro-pneumatic transmission reportedly sourced from a bus. Sources differ on the engine's output – alternately claiming 489 horsepower or 620 – but either way, 0-60 mph times quoted around the four-and-a-half second sound conservative.

The 2011 Simbol Design Sports Cars Lavazza GTX-R The New Super Sports Cars will be offered in both coupe and roadster versions and will be built in carbon kevlar. This will help the car get its weight down to about 2381 lbs. On the exterior, the 2011 Simbol Design Sports Cars Lavazza GTX-R will get fixed front diverters and rear venturi intakes with adjustable side diverters, an adjustable rear wing, and a roof scoop.

The front of the car may look a little like a Pagani Zonda (or a Zonda on drugs), but the price tag shouldn’t as this car is definitely not fitting into the ranks of the Italian supercars of today. Both coupe and roadster bodystyles are apparently in the works, though there's no word on availability or pricing just yet, but are exclusive to models such as this, you can not expect that the cheap.